Water-based Formulation for Hair Growth, Oil Control, and Skin/Hair Health

Asked by: thanva1189 On: May 21, 2017 Product Type: Cosmetics Answered

Question

I have a formulation with the following ingredients and percentages. Could you please provide information about this formula?

  • Biotin Express 1%
  • Zinc PCA 0.2%
  • Panthenol (B5) 0.5%
  • Phenoxyethanol SA 1%
  • Distilled Water to 100%

Answer

This list appears to be a simple water-based formulation.

  • Biotin Express (1%): Biotin, also known as Vitamin B7, is known for its benefits in promoting hair growth, reducing shedding, and strengthening hair roots. It also helps nourish nails and skin.
  • Zinc PCA (0.2%): This ingredient is effective in reducing skin oiliness, accelerating wound healing (like acne scars), stimulating collagen production, and can help reduce hair loss caused by oily scalp.
  • Panthenol (B5) (0.5%): Also known as Pro-Vitamin B5, Panthenol is a great humectant and moisturizer. It helps retain moisture, softens the skin, increases elasticity, reduces inflammation and redness, and aids in wound healing. It also nourishes hair.
  • Phenoxyethanol SA (1%): This is a broad-spectrum preservative used to protect the formulation from microbial growth.
  • Distilled Water: Used as the base to complete the formulation to 100%.

This combination of ingredients suggests a formulation aimed at improving hair health (reducing hair loss, strengthening hair) and potentially addressing oily skin or acne concerns due to the inclusion of Zinc PCA and Panthenol.